Ivory Coast Coach Warns Team of Egypt's 'Dangerous' Attacking Threat Ahead of AFCON Quarter-Final

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Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae has cautioned his team against complacency ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Egypt on Saturday. Fae, a former player who was part of the Ivory Coast squad that lost to Egypt in the 2006 final, acknowledged the seven-time champions' attacking prowess. Egypt, who have not won the trophy since 2010, have shown resilience in recent matches, including a dramatic 3-1 win over Benin in extra time. The title holders, led by Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Manchester City's Omar Marmoush, pose a significant threat to Ivory Coast's defense. Fae praised Egypt's ability to absorb pressure and punish their opponents, drawing parallels with the 2006 final. "They don't control the game, but they disrupt their opponents and punish them when given the chance," he said. "Egypt has a history of finding a way to win, even when it seems impossible." Ivory Coast will need to be at their best to overcome Egypt's formidable attack and progress to the semifinals.